County Administrative Assistant- Southampton

Virginia Farm Bureau Family of Companies; Courtland (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing job development and support

Paid training

Continuing education reimbursement

Medical and dental insurance

Generous employee 401K contribution

Excellent Paid Time off (PTO) plan

Job summary

A regional agricultural organization is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support the County Farm Bureau President and Board of Directors. The role includes promoting services, maintaining records, and assisting with meetings and insurance applications. Candidates should have a high school diploma, one year of administrative support experience, and strong communication skills. Competitive benefits include medical insurance, a generous 401K contribution, and more!

Qualifications

• Minimum one year administrative support experience or equivalent coursework.
• P&C and Health License must be obtained within six months in some counties.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the County Farm Bureau.
• Maintain accurate county membership information.
• Assist with insurance applications and policy changes.

Skills

Basic understanding of bookkeeping and payroll

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Computer literate (Word and Excel)

Strong customer service skills

Positive attitude

Proven ability to be diplomatic

Strong attention to detail

High degree of flexibility

Proven ability to work independently and in a team

Excellent organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

Provide administrative support to the County Farm Bureau President, County Board of Directors, special committees and to Insurance Agent(s). Additionally, this position is responsible for promoting and serving as an information resource on all Farm Bureau Services.

Primary Duties

• Promote Farm Bureau programs and services to members. The Administrative Assistant is responsible for being knowledgeable in all programs that are offered.
• Provide general administrative support: answer phones, handle incoming/outgoing mail, prepare correspondence and reports and provide member service.
• Maintain all County Farm Bureau records and files.
• Coordinate payment of expenses after proper approval.
• Open and close office.
• Maintain the County Farm Bureau financial accounting system. Record all money transactions, make bank deposits, maintain records of savings and investments, reconcile bank statements, maintain the office change fund and tax records and assist with budget planning if requested.
• Maintain accurate county membership information by administering the membership renewal process, assigning new membership numbers, maintaining a paid listing of members as required in the Memorandum of Agreement, conducting the annual membership service check and by entering membership data into the membership system. This position is responsible for the county’s adherence to the membership policy.
• Assist with insurance applications, policy changes, preparation of loss reports and other clerical functions necessary to properly serve the membership.
• Assist in the planning and conducting of board meetings and other meetings/events if requested. This includes recording board minutes and maintaining minute books.
• Maintain good communication with the County President and Directors on issues relating to membership and service programs.
• Be familiar with and maintain a file of all permanent documents of the County Farm Bureau as follows:
  • County Articles of Incorporation.
  • County Farm Bureau bylaws.
  • Memorandum of Agreement and other agreements with VFBF and its affiliates.
  • Lease and purchase agreements.
  • Tax exempt letter.
  • Minutes of membership and board of directors meetings.
  • Deeds, Stocks, Bonds.
  • Bulk mail permits.
  • Insurance policies.

Additional Duties

• Attend required training sessions as authorized by the County President.
• Perform other duties as requested by the County President.

Minimum Educational/Experience Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum one year administrative support experience or equivalent coursework.

Minimum Skill Qualifications

• Basic understanding of bookkeeping and payroll.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Computer literate (Word and Excel).
• Strong customer service skills.
• Positive attitude.
• Proven ability to be diplomatic in delicate situations.
• Strong attention to detail.
• High degree of flexibility with the ability to multi-task.
• Proven ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• P&C and Health License (required in some counties)- Must obtain license within six months of employment and must maintain license through CE credits.

Benefits

At VA Farm Bureau, we provide an exceptional benefits package, including ongoing job development and support in all roles, paid training and continuing education reimbursement, medical and dental insurance available on your first day, generous employee 401K contribution, excellent Paid Time off (PTO) plan and more!

Equal Employment Opportunity

Virginia Farm Bureau Companies provide equal employment opportunity in all aspects of employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, pregnancy, age, disability, orientation or veteran statu